SAP S/4 Solution Architect

We are actively looking for an S/4HANA Solution Architect to join our growing team. You'll be working with clients across multiple industries applying your subject matter expertise to help deliver value-driven SAP solutions. Due to the nature of our customers business successful candidates are required to be Security cleared or eligible for vetting.Key Responsibilities Enterprise Architecture Strategy (A&D Context)

• Define enterprise architecture vision aligned with defense programs, product lifecycle, and mission readiness
• Develop long-term architecture roadmaps supporting: *
  • Digital thread / digital twin initiatives
  • Engineering-to-manufacturing integration
  • Sustainment and lifecycle management
• Aligning IT strategy with program-based funding models and contract structures

Digital Engineering & Product Lifecycle Integration

• Architect end-to-end integration across: *
  • PLM (e.g., Siemens Teamcenter, Dassault 3DX, Apriso, PTC Windchill)
  • ERP (e.g., SAP S/4HANA)
  • MES and shop-floor systems (e.g., iBase-t Solumina)
  • Integration platforms (e.g., eQ)

• Enable Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital thread continuity
• Support configuration management, BOM integrity, and traceability

Manufacturing & MRO Architecture

• Design architecture supporting: *
  • Smart factory / Industry 4.0 initiatives, including connected assets and test labs
  • Predictive maintenance and condition-based monitoring
  • MRO platforms and field service systems
• Integrate IoT, edge computing, and telemetry from aircraft/defense systems

Security, Compliance & Regulatory Alignment

• Ensure compliance with: *
  • ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)
  • CMMC
  • NIST 800-53
  • DoDAF
  • Implement Zero Trust architectures and secure data segregation
  • Support classified and unclassified environment separation

Architecture Governance

• Establish governance aligned with defense program lifecycle gates
• Lead architecture review boards for major programs and proposals
• Ensure reuse of platforms and reduction of program-specific silos

Program & Capture Support

• Identify new business opportunities
• Support bid and proposal (capture) activities with architecture inputs
• Define technical baselines for new defense contracts
• Collaborate with program managers on cost, schedule, and risk

Data & Integration Architecture

• Define enterprise data strategy for:*
  • Engineering data
  • Manufacturing and quality data
  • Sustainment and operational data

• Implement API-led and event-driven integration across legacy and modern systems
• Enable secure data sharing across partners, suppliers, and government entities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field Experience
• 20+ years in IT or engineering systems within Aerospace & Defense
• 7+ years in Enterprise or Solution Architecture roles
• Experience supporting defense programs, OEMs, or Tier 1 suppliers
• Experience in executing Smart Factory initiatives

Core Competencies A&D Domain Expertise

• Product lifecycle management (PLM)
• Engineering design and simulation environments
• Manufacturing execution and quality systems
• MRO and sustainment operations Architecture Frameworks
• TOGAF
• DoDAF / MODAF (preferred)
• SAFe for large-scale program execution Technical Expertise
• Cloud environments (including GovCloud / classified cloud)
• Digital thread & digital twin architectures
• IoT / edge computing in aerospace systems
• High-performance computing (HPC) for simulation workloads
• Cybersecurity in regulated environments Leadership & Stakeholder Management
• Experience working with *
  • Program managers
  • Chief engineers
  • Government stakeholders (DoD, primes)
  • Strong ability to operate in matrixed, program-driven environments

Preferred Certifications

• TOGAF Certification
• Cloud Architect (AWS/Azure GovCloud)
• CISSP
• SAFe Agilist Key Deliverables
• Enterprise architecture aligned to defense programs
• Digital thread / digital twin architecture blueprints
• Secure data exchange frameworks
• Program-aligned technology roadmaps
• Architecture input for RFPs and contract bids Success Metrics (KPIs)
• Program execution efficiency (cost, schedule adherence)
• Reduction in engineering/manufacturing rework
• Digital thread adoption across lifecycle
• Compliance audit success (ITAR, CMMC)
• Improved fleet readiness and sustainment efficiency

Unique Aspects of This Role in A&D

• Operates within highly regulated, security-sensitive environments
• Balances program-specific customization vs enterprise standardization
• Supports long lifecycle systems (20–40 years)
• Integrates engineering rigor with enterprise IT strategy